Bulletin -- November 23–24, 2019 1021 McCarthy Blvd. N Regina, SK S4X 3P9; Phone: 306-949-7678 www.holyfamilyregina.com Email: [email protected] Parish Staff Team: WEEKLY SCHEDULES: Contact the office @ 306-949-7678 Fr. Wilfred Calinawan, Administrator [email protected] Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. for Fr. Ricardo Escalante, Assisting Priest Weekend Masses: Sacrament of Baptism, Sr. Amelia B. Gorospe, SIHM 4:15 p.m. Reconciliation - SATURDAYS 1st Eucharist, Pastoral Assistant 5:00 p.m. Mass - SATURDAYS Confirmation, [email protected] 9:00 a.m. Mass - SUNDAYS Reconciliation, Georgina Carter, Office Administrator 11:00 a.m. Mass - SUNDAYS Marriage & Funeral; Andrea Resler, Administrative Assistant Parish Hall and other Denis Pilon Weekday Masses: Parish concerns. Building & Grounds Manager 6:00 p.m. Adoration - Tuesdays Ban Pham, Custodian 7:00 p.m. Mass - Tuesdays Verna Angielski, Sacristan 9:00 a.m. Mass - Wednesdays to Fridays
The Church’s year is closing; and we look towards the glori- ‘The King of the Jews’, in the inscription attached to the ous consummation of God’s plan for creation – when the cross) has made himself powerless; he is rejected by ‘the Savior will ‘hand over the kingdom to God the Father’ (1 leaders’ of the people (while ‘the people’, foreshadowing Cor 15:24), having triumphed over all evil, and (as our sec- those who are to find faith, stand watching in silent awe); ond reading puts it) ‘made peace by the blood of his cross’. he is mocked and ridiculed by the leaders, by the brutal Let us not be put off by the fact that in today’s world, ‘kings soldiers, and even by one of the criminals crucified with and queens’ are no more than symbolic fig- him. Ironically, their jeers give expression ures. Today we are invited to rejoice in the to what the crucified one really is - ‘the fact that we have the one ‘in whom all things Christ of God’, ‘the Chosen One’, the ‘king’ were made’ as our leader. The incident re- the nation longs for, the one who ‘saves’. membered in our first reading – when the And then, as if to reduce them all to si- tribal chiefs of old Israel proclaimed David to lence, the other criminal crucified with him be their leader - reminds us how important makes his submission of faith in Jesus cru- leadership is in our life. All the best things of cified – as the one who would fulfil the life, we achieve together. Good leadership hopes of Israel: ‘Jesus, remember me makes this possible; bad leadership creates most of the when you come into your kingdom’. And Jesus responds world’s greatest problems. Our Savior is far more than a with the first pronouncement of an everlasting reign that will symbolic figure, we know; and our faith will be greatly be shaped by the generous and merciful ways of his Fa- strengthened, if we own him as the leader who can bring ther: ‘I promise you, today you will be with me in paradise’. fulfilment to all our hopes. The first Christians were to glory in the reign of Christ – so ‘Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, who leads us in our different from the ruthless regimes of their familiar world. In faith and brings it to perfection; for the sake of the joy which today’s reading from the letter to the Colossians, we have a lay ahead of him, he endured the cross, disregarding the hymn from their early liturgies, celebrating the Savior shame of it, and has taken his seat at the right of God’s whose leadership ‘holds all things in unity’. throne’ (Heb 12:2). This text, like our gospel reading from John Thornhill sm Luke, reminds us that all our human expectations are over- turned as we come to understand how Christ the King es- How do I see and hear the cry of the poor such as migrants, tablishes and exercises his reign. Luke’s portrayal of Jesus people of color, AIDS sufferers, beggars, refugees? What is crucified shows how well the community for which he wrote my faith like? Am I rigid in my ideas about Jesus? his gospel had come to appreciate this. Jesus (proclaimed First Reading: 2 Samuel 5:1–3. In the early days of the reign of King David (11th cen- tury BC) there was no organization or structure within Judaism. Each of the tribes of Jacob had their own leader who made himself “king” of the tribe. This created more friction and disorder and hindered security. With great persuasion and promises of THOSE IN NEED OF WELL-BEING security, (based on allegiance to the God of Israel), David was successful in uniting all
of Israel under his leadership as their King, thus beginning what is often called the “Golden Age of Judaism.” Annette Ehrmantraut Stacey Hebert Maureen Burke Ava Ayong Responsorial Psalm: 122:1-5. This Psalm reflects the importance of the City of Jeru- salem and particularly its temple which was a revered symbol of God’s presence Matthew Ripplinger Tran Thi Kiem among His people. To the people of that time, the temple was looked upon as the Jan Toogood Joanne Steiner “Palace of the King of Heaven” and a symbol of His strength and power. OUR BELOVED DEPARTED Second Reading: Colossians 1:12–20. This is one of Paul’s great letters to the gentile Loretta Erickson Albert Tom Yew people calling them to leave their pagan idols and ideas behind and to seek the God of Clara Alderton Donna Harle Heaven and Earth in the Person of Jesus Christ. Paul then goes on to describe who Richard Dittrick Margaret McDougall this Jesus is by enumerating many of His divine attributes:”…image of the invisible God, firstborn of all creation, for Him were created all things visible and invisible, … Carrina Selinger Donna McLaren etc.” How great it would be if we could put away all of our iPads, smart phones, tablets, May God’s grace and blessings etc. for at least one day a week and worship the same Person of Jesus Christ, the comfort and console those who King who is, who was and who always will be. we love and are in need!
STEWARDSHIP BULLETIN BITS: November 24, 2019 - Feast of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe “….giving thanks to the Father, who has made you fit to share in the inheritance of the holy ones in light.” (Colossians 1:12) God wants us to be happy! Instead of looking at the Ten Commandments as being restrictive and telling us what we can’t do, look at them as guides for living a joy-filled and peaceful life. Most of our problems arise when we put our own needs first or spend most of our time trying to acquire “things.” Instead, try putting God first in all things. Ask Him how He wants you to use your gifts.
Brother of Simon Peter, you heard John the Baptist say: St. Andrew—Apostle “Behold the Lamb of God,” and you chose to follow Jesus. November 29 Leaving your nets, you became a successful fisher of souls.
Lover of the Crucified Christ, you too were crucified like him.
Teach us to live and suffer for Him and to win many souls for Christ. Amen.
Andrew the Apostle (Greek: Ἀνδρέας Andreas), also known as Saint Andrew, was an apostle of Jesus. The name "Andrew" (Greek: manly, brave, from ἀνδρεία, Andreia, "manhood, valour"), like other Greek names, appears to have been common among the Jews, Christians, and other Hellenized people of Judea. Both he and his brother Peter were fishermen by trade, hence the tradition that Jesus called them to be his disciples by saying that he will make them "fishers of men" (Greek: ἁλιεῖς ἀνθρώπων, halieis anthrōpōn). In the Gospel of Matthew (Matt 4:18–22) and in the Gospel of Mark (Mark 1:16–20) Simon Peter and Andrew were both called together to become disciples of Jesus and "fishers of men". These narratives record that Jesus was walking along the shore of the Sea of Galilee, observed Simon and Andrew fishing, and called them to discipleship. Subsequently, in the gospels, Andrew is referred to as being present on some important occasions as one of the disci- ples more closely attached to Jesus. Andrew told Jesus about the boy with the loaves and fishes (John 6:8), and when Philip wanted to tell Jesus about certain Greeks seeking Him, he told Andrew first (John 12:20–22). Andrew was present at the Last Supper. Andrew was one of the four disciples who came to Jesus on the Mount of Olives to ask about the signs of Jesus' re- turn at the "end of the age". Andrew is the patron saint of several countries and cities including: Barbados, Romania, Russia, Scotland, Ukraine, Sar- zana,[1] Pienza[34] and Amalfi in Italy, Esgueira in Portugal, Luqa in Malta, Parañaque in the Philippines and Patras in Greece. He was also the patron saint of Prussia and of the Order of the Golden Fleece. He is considered the founder and the first bish- op of the Church of Byzantium and is consequently the patron saint of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. The flag of Scotland (and consequently the Union Flag and those of some of the former colonies of the British Empire) feature Saint Andrew's saltire cross. The saltire is also the flag of Tenerife, the former flag of Galicia and the Russian Navy Ensign. The Confederate flag also features a saltire commonly referred to as a St Andrew's cross, although its designer, Wil- liam Porcher Miles, said he changed it from an upright cross to a saltire so that it would not be a religious symbol but merely a heraldic device. The Alabama flag also shows that device. The feast of Andrew is observed on November 30 in the Eastern and Western churches, and is the national day of Scot- land. In the traditional liturgical books of the Catholic Church, this feast is the first feast day in the Proper of Saints. Did you know that the Amazon is often called the lungs of the earth because it WEEKLY BIBLE READING GUIDES produces 20% of the oxygen we breathe? Yet its forests, streams and people Nov. 25 –Dec. 1, 2019 are threatened because of the resources there. This weekend, you are invited to sign a letter of solidarity to communities in the Brazilian Amazon whose land, Monday, November 25 water and way of life are being threatened by mining and logging companies. The signatures Daniel 1.1-6, 8-20 will advocate for the recognition and protection of these peoples’ rights. Ps Daniel 3.52, 53, 53, 55, 56 Let's defend the defenders of the Amazon. To sign the Solidarity Letter, go to devp.org/act. Luke 21.1-4 In the foyer, you may purchase 2019/20 missals, Youth missals and 2020 calen- Tuesday, November 26 dars. Please pick up your 2020 collection envelopes. Daniel 2.3, 9a, 10a, 27a, 31- Holy Family Quilters wish to thank members of the parish for their support of the annual quilt 45 sale. Twenty women work together every Monday between 1:30 and 3:30 to create the vari- Ps Daniel 3.57, 58, 59, 60, 61 ous sewing projects you saw on display last weekend. Funds raised are returned to the par- Luke 21.5-11 ish for various needs. We THANK YOU for taking a few minutes to look at our work. It means so much to all of us. In January, we will celebrate sewing together for 12 years! New Wednesday, November 27 members are always welcome – come out any Monday afternoon. Daniel 5.1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28 REJOICE! ADVENT MEDITATIONS WITH MARY Ps Daniel 3.62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 67 Welcome to the journey with REJOICE: Advent Meditations with Mary Luke 21.12-19 Each week Rejoice! Advent Meditations with Mary presents a theme that allows you to dive deeply into the lessons Mary has to share about welcoming Jesus into her life. Each week’s theme will help Thursday, November 28 you walk closer to the ultimate goal of preparing for the person of Jesus; not just preparing for the day of Christmas. Daniel 6.11-28 st Ps Daniel 3.68, 69, 70, 71, The “kick off” 30 minute video will be shown on the 1 Sunday of Advent, November 30 after the 5 pm mass and December 1 between the 9 am and 11 am masses. The ordered Journal books to be 72, 73, 74 picked up and paid for at this time before and after mass. Short 2-4 minute videos will be shown be- Luke 21.20-28 fore each mass during Advent so plan to come a little earlier.
Cat Chat Kids Club meets on Friday, November 29 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at Holy Fami- Friday, November 29 ly Parish. This will be our Christmas Session! For information, email holyfamilykidspro- Daniel 7.1-14 [email protected] Ps Daniel 3.75, 76, 77, 78, The EDGE Open to Grades 5 – 8. The next gathering will be on Monday, December 9. For 79, 80, 81 information, email [email protected] Luke 21.29-33 The SOURCE The next gathering will be on Sunday, December 15 at St. Cecilia. Open to Grades 9–university, join us for fellowship, spiritual insights, adoration, reconciliation, praise Saturday, November 30 and worship. There is no cost to attend. Go online for updates: www.facebook/ St. Andrew, Apostle SourceRegina Romans 10.9-18 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Ps 19.1-2, 3-4ab Matthew 4.18-22 Vacancy – Part Time Buildings & Grounds Manager Holy Family Parish, Regina
Working approximately 20 hours a month, oversees the maintenance and repair of Sunday, December 1 parish buildings and grounds. Activities include regular inspection of the buildings, First Sunday of Advent equipment and grounds recommending regular and special repairs. Obtain quotes, Isaiah 2.1-5 assist in the selection of contractors, and oversee the work was carried out in a Ps 122.1-2, 4-5, 6-7, 8-9 timely and cost efficient manner. The individual should be familiar with building codes, WHMIS, fire regulations, and Romans 13.11-14 health and safety procedures. He/she should be a practicing Catholic. Matthew 24.37-44 The full job description can be obtained from the office, phoning (306) 949-7678, or e-mailing [email protected] . Interested individuals may submit a resume to the attention of the pas- [email protected] or mail it to Selection Committee, 1021 McCarthy Boule- vard North, Regina, SK, S4X 3P9. Only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted. MASS INTENTIONS ARCHDIOCESAN UPDATES: November 23 - December 1, 2019 “Amen, I say to you; today you will be with me in Par- Nov. 23, Saturday 5:00 pm Mass adise.” Are those not the words we all aspire to hear? +Maximo & Hermano Ocampo (c/o Dori Amio) Jesus reminds us throughout Holy Scripture that we Nov. 24, Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Mass must keep our Christian life focus on two points: Jesus Himself, +June Schroeder (r/b Lil McTighe-Schroeder) and that our lives lead to Eternity. It is these thrusts that should make us lead lives of gratitude and thanksgiving to God. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Mass– PRO POPULO This Sunday is traditionally called Christ the King. Yes, we Nov. 25, Monday—No Mass recognize Jesus’ Kingship over all the earth and all its peoples, but the Gospel points to the part of His dominion that cannot be Nov. 26, Tuesday 6:00 pm – Adoration 7:00 pm - Mass matched by anyone else: He rules over death as well as over life. Thanksgiving Remy Amio (r/b Dori Amio) St. Catherine of Siena once said, “All the way to heaven is heav- en, because Jesus said, ‘I am the way’.” Nov. 27, Wednesday 9:00 a.m. Mass +Artemio Abellana Nov. 28, Thursday 9:00 a.m. Mass PARISH UPCOMING ACTIVITIES Nov. 29, Friday 9:00 am Mass Date Time Activities Nov. 30, Saturday 5:00 pm Mass Monday, Nov. 25 12:30 HFQ—UMR +Eupemia & Felix de Dios (r/b Dori Amio) 7:00 RCIA—UMR
Dec. 1, Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Mass Tuesday, Nov. 26 6:00 pm Adoration 7:00 pm Mass Sunday 11:00 a.m. Mass—PRO POPULO FC Meeting Wednesday, Nov. 27 9:00 am Mass WEEKLY FINANCIAL DONATIONS 6:30 pm Sacrament Prep. THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR GENEROUSLY SUPPORTING OUR PARISH! Thursday, Nov. 28 9:00 am Mass 7:00 pm Bible Study-UMR Friday, Nov. 29 9:00 am Mass As of: Collect Expenses Bldg. Fund 6:30 pm Cat Chat Nov. 22, 2019 Saturday, Nov. 30 5:00 pm Mass $287,835 $289,468 $32,500 Sunday, Dec. 1 9:00 am Mass 11:00 am Mass
SUNDAY MINISTRY — November 30—December 1, 2019 34th Sunday in Ordinary Time MASS MINISTRIES SATURDAY: 5:00 PM SUNDAY 9:00 AM SUNDAY 11:00 AM Readers 1st Tracy Fuchs Ray Chomos Claudette Beitel 2nd Breanna Greif Heather Chomos Dave Carvell Intentions Dean Schous Judy Corkery Claire Dermody Shawn McCall Andrea Resler Eucharistic Bread Vicky Ripplinger Judy Boschman Steve Herauf Lynsey Baumgartner Patti Gianoli Wendy Zieglgansberger Rosanne McCall Joyce Young Wayne Petersen Louise Weir Eucharistic Chalice Corinne Bzdell Rae Schier Mike Bzdell Andrea Lucero Jacob Mendosa Gabriel Stamm Addison Gegner Dan Eiswirth Altar Servers Patrick Stamm Nash Gallagher Mia Eiswirth Music Dan Dawn New Gen Children’s Liturgy Renee Pritchard Chantel McCloy Josee O’Blenis
At HOLY FAMILY PARISH Cat.Chat Kids Club is for kids between the ages of 4 and grade 4. Your kids will be challenged to exercise the virtues and learn about the beauty of our Catholic Faith through games, crafts, songs, teachers, bible stories and snacks.
Get onboard Cat.Chat Airlines and take off on a Radical Ride around the world with Amazing Angels and Super Saints. Buckle up as you prepare to soar through awe- some lessons about prayer and how to put it into ac on.
Cat.Chat Kids Club meets monthly September – May on the last Friday of the month (no session in December) at 6:30pm – 8:00pm.
The cost is $25/child or $60/family (immediate family only).
For information or to volunteer check out the parish website: www.holyfamilyregina.com or contact Kara Philip at [email protected].
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